20 members of the Highgate Watercolour Group are exhibiting in Lauderdale House between the 6th November and the 2nd December. Approximately 200 paintings, mainly watercolours, including many interpretations of our beautiful part of North London. Most HWG members live locally, two actually live in the WHPARA area. Please check with Lauderdale House in advance in case the galleries are closed for private hire. Latest details will be on the HWCG website.
5/11/24
The consultation period for a new planning application to redevelop the former Archway Methodist Hall ends on 18th September 2023. Full details here.
NB: Since then they have also submitted a Plan B - see here.
13/10/23
There are new plans to redevelop Archway Campus by Seven Capital, who acquired the site in July 2021 after Peabody backed out. Many local people and organisations are not best pleased by the plans, especially the 27-storey student accommodation tower at the apex of the site. There's another ‘exhibition’ and public consultation coming up on Tuesday 6th June 2023 in the Methodist Hall from 3.30 to 7.30. A smattering of information can be found on their website here.
30/5/23
Plant sales, bicycle repairs, craft activities, a cake stall and a chance to meet your neighbours - what’s not to like? First Sunday of every month, 1-4pm at Sunnyside Gardens.
30/5/23
Islington Life’s website with news of upcoming events in Archway and beyond. See here.
Dads & Kids drop-in, Zumba classes for all ages, badminton and more, though many have been suspended during the pandemic. Details on their website.
Find events and activities taking place across Islington - sports, music, games, keep fit, community events, and much more. You can also add your own events for free. See their website.
Articles that are time-expired but might still be of relevance can be found on the NEWS ARCHIVE page.
Who We Are
WHPARA is a Residents Association covering the CA7 Whitehall Park Conservation Area of North Islington. It is run voluntarily by a small group of local residents. More details.
Membership
Membership is free so if you would like to be added to our mailing list, please subscribe to receive occasional newsletters, notice of events and a vote at the AGM.
Contact Us
For all enquiries email: info@whpara.org.uk
Subscribe to Mailing List